News for 'new year'

Odisha Police Investigate Lynching Of Constable: Key Developments

Odisha Police Investigate Lynching Of Constable: Key Developments

Rediff.com3 days ago

Odisha Police Crime Branch investigates the lynching of a GRP constable accused of attempted rape, leading to suspensions and transfers within the police force.

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made After Constable's Murder

Odisha Lynching Case: More Arrests Made After Constable's Murder

Rediff.com1 days ago

One more person has been arrested in connection with the lynching of a GRP constable in Odisha's Khurda district, bringing the total number of arrests to twelve. The Crime Branch of Odisha Police is investigating the murder and allegations against the constable.

New Labour Codes: How a 4-day workweek could become a reality in India

New Labour Codes: How a 4-day workweek could become a reality in India

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian government has notified final rules under four labour codes, potentially enabling a four-day workweek in certain sectors by capping weekly working hours at 48 while allowing daily flexibility. This move also introduces significant changes to wage fixation, compliance obligations, and social security norms.

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI Ban

Vinesh Phogat Alleges Conspiracy, Vows To Fight WFI Ban

Rediff.com2 days ago

Vinesh Phogat has accused the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) of trying to force her out of the sport, following a show-cause notice and ineligibility declaration. She insists she will fight the ban and has denied any anti-doping violations.

Suvendu Adhikari: From Mamata's Minister To West Bengal Chief Minister

Suvendu Adhikari: From Mamata's Minister To West Bengal Chief Minister

Rediff.com4 days ago

In West Bengal's political circles, it was widely believed that after Mamata Banerjee, Suvendu Adhikhari was perhaps the only leader with a truly significant mass base of his own.

TVK's Prabhakar unanimously elected Tamil Nadu assembly speaker

TVK's Prabhakar unanimously elected Tamil Nadu assembly speaker

Rediff.com1 days ago

JCD Prabhakar of the TVK party has been unanimously elected as the Speaker of the Tamil Nadu Assembly. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay emphasised the Assembly's role in transforming public expectations into effective policies and laws.

Gulf War Crisis: Why India Will Take A Huge Hit

Gulf War Crisis: Why India Will Take A Huge Hit

Rediff.com3 days ago

This is the time for India to plan forward fully, with the goal of Atmanirbharata, and energy security. The Persian Gulf is no longer a reliable source, points out Rajeev Srinivasan.

Why Paytm Shares Soared After Profit Announcement

Why Paytm Shares Soared After Profit Announcement

Rediff.com6 days ago

Shares of One97 Communications, which operates the Paytm brand, experienced a significant jump after the company reported a consolidated profit for the January-March quarter.

Yuvraj Sandhu Ends Catalunya Championship At T-31

Yuvraj Sandhu Ends Catalunya Championship At T-31

Rediff.com2 days ago

Yuvraj Sandhu finished T-31 at the Estrella Damn Catalunya Championship after a final round of 3-under 69. Yurav Premlall of South Africa won the tournament with a record-breaking 14-stroke lead.

Fugitive Arrested After 18 Years in Maharashtra Forgery Case

Fugitive Arrested After 18 Years in Maharashtra Forgery Case

Rediff.com29 Mar 2026

A man who had been on the run for 18 years after securing bail in a criminal case has been arrested in Maharashtra's Latur district.

ED Arrests Gameskraft Founders In Money Laundering Probe

ED Arrests Gameskraft Founders In Money Laundering Probe

Rediff.com5 days ago

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested three founders of online gaming platform, Gameskraft, in an alleged fraud-linked money laundering case. Deepak Singh, Prithvi Raj Singh and Vikas Taneja have been taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).

Retired Soldier Shoots Son Dead, Then Ends Life In Ludhiana

Retired Soldier Shoots Son Dead, Then Ends Life In Ludhiana

Rediff.com2 days ago

A retired Army Havildar in Ludhiana allegedly shot dead his son after an argument over his relationship with a woman, then died by suicide.

'Visca El Barca!' Messi congratulates La Liga champions FC Barcelona

'Visca El Barca!' Messi congratulates La Liga champions FC Barcelona

Rediff.com2 days ago

Lionel Messi congratulated FC Barcelona after their 29th La Liga title win over Real Madrid, recalling his legendary trophy-laden legacy with the Catalan giants.

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli's Century Fires RCB To Victory Against KKR

IPL 2026: Virat Kohli's Century Fires RCB To Victory Against KKR

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Virat Kohli smashed an unbeaten century to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to an emphatic six-wicket victory against Kolkata Knight Riders.

Piramal Pharma looks to return on growth path

Piramal Pharma looks to return on growth path

Rediff.com6 days ago

Piramal Pharma anticipates a significant turnaround in financial year 2026-27 (FY27), projecting early-to-mid teens revenue expansion and a sharp improvement in profitability, driven by improved business momentum, new product acquisitions, and structural tailwinds.

Calcutta HC Grants Bail to Saradha Scam Accused Sudipta Sen, Ending 13-Year Jail Term

Calcutta HC Grants Bail to Saradha Scam Accused Sudipta Sen, Ending 13-Year Jail Term

Rediff.com8 Apr 2026

The Calcutta High Court has granted conditional bail to Sudipta Sen, the main accused in the multi-crore Saradha ponzi scheme, after 13 years of detention. The court cited the right to a speedy trial and Sen's prolonged detention as key factors in its decision.

Odisha NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide After Exam

Odisha NEET Aspirant Dies By Suicide After Exam

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 19-year-old NEET aspirant in Odisha's Bhadrak district was found dead in his house, with his family alleging he took his life fearing failure in the exam.

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Karandeep Kochhar Expresses Concern Over LIV Golf Funding

Rediff.com6 days ago

Indian golfer Karandeep Kochhar voices concerns about the uncertainty surrounding LIV Golf-backed funding and its potential impact on the Asian Tour and Indian golf.

Aaron Rai Secures Top Five Finish At Myrtle Beach Classic

Aaron Rai Secures Top Five Finish At Myrtle Beach Classic

Rediff.com2 days ago

Aaron Rai finished fifth at the Myrtle Beach Classic, while Brandt Snedeker claimed the title. Rai, who led earlier in the tournament, carded a final round of even par 71. Snedeker's final round of 5-under 66 secured his victory by a single stroke.

Mizoram Women's Group Condemns Trafficking Of Women

Mizoram Women's Group Condemns Trafficking Of Women

Rediff.com1 days ago

The apex women's association in Mizoram, Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl (MHIP), has strongly condemned the alleged trafficking and exploitation of women from the state under the guise of employment outside Mizoram. The organisation is pursuing the matter to ensure the accused receive stringent punishment under the law.

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as 1st BJP CM of West Bengal

Suvendu Adhikari takes oath as 1st BJP CM of West Bengal

Rediff.com4 days ago

Suvendu Adhikari was sworn in as the first BJP chief minister of West Bengal, marking the end of the Trinamool Congress' 15-year rule in the state.

Mother's Day: Our Mummas' TASTY Recipes

Mother's Day: Our Mummas' TASTY Recipes

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Recipes that we learned from our Mothers are almost sacred for us, especially when we no longer have them with us anymore. Here are 14 wonderful Mummy recipes Our Mummies often don't write their recipes down but every time our Ammas make a particular dish, it's more spectacular than the last time they made it! Without doubt, right? We were fortunate to get a few of our Ammis to jot down how she made a certain oh-so-yummy preparation

Eight Teams Battle For IPL 2026 Playoff Berths As League Nears End

Eight Teams Battle For IPL 2026 Playoff Berths As League Nears End

Rediff.com19 hours ago

With just 10 days remaining in the Indian Premier League's league stage, a late surge from teams like Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders has intensified the competition, leaving eight teams vying for the coveted four playoff spots.

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Accused In Road Rage Murder Shot After Attacking Cop

Rediff.com2 days ago

A man wanted for allegedly killing a minor boy in a road rage incident was shot in the leg by police after he attacked a constable with a knife in a bid to escape in Gujarat's Surat city.

Professor Gets Bail In Student Suicide Case: Here's Why

Professor Gets Bail In Student Suicide Case: Here's Why

Rediff.com5 days ago

A special court has granted anticipatory bail to a medical professor in connection with the suicide of a dental student, citing a lack of evidence linking the professor to the student's death.

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Sujit Bose Arrested In West Bengal Recruitment Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose has been arrested by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money laundering case linked to an alleged municipality recruitment scam.

IPL 2026: 'Shot of the match': Krunal hails Bhuvi's six in thriller win

IPL 2026: 'Shot of the match': Krunal hails Bhuvi's six in thriller win

Rediff.com3 days ago

Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Mumbai Indians in a thrilling low-scoring match, thanks to a crucial six by Bhuvneshwar Kumar in the final over, eliminating Mumbai from playoff contention.

NCP Leader Slams Maharashtra Government Over Farmer Suicides

NCP Leader Slams Maharashtra Government Over Farmer Suicides

Rediff.com4 days ago

Senior NCP (SP) leader Jayant Patil has criticised the Maharashtra government over farmer suicides and crimes against women, alleging widespread corruption within the ruling alliance.

'Thank You For Every Sleepless Night, Every Hug'

'Thank You For Every Sleepless Night, Every Hug'

Rediff.com2 days ago

Film folk have been celebrating Mother's Day on Sunday, and posting loving pictures on social media.

How A Software Engineer Ran A Rs 100 Crore Online Trading Scam

How A Software Engineer Ran A Rs 100 Crore Online Trading Scam

Rediff.com2 days ago

A software engineer earning a high salary allegedly abandoned his career to run a fake online trading racket, duping investors of nearly Rs 100 crore.

India's AI Job Market Sees 20% Growth: Minister

India's AI Job Market Sees 20% Growth: Minister

Rediff.com2 days ago

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlights the growing demand for AI-related jobs in India and the transformation needed in the IT industry. He also mentions significant investments in data centres and subsea cable networks to boost digital infrastructure.

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

NEET paper leak: CBI arrests 5; TN CM Vijay calls for abolishing test

Rediff.com8 hours ago

The CBI has arrested five individuals and conducted searches across India in connection with the NEET UG paper leak case. Protests have intensified, and calls for the Education Minister's resignation have grown louder. Political parties are trading blame, and the Supreme Court is considering a plea for an overhaul of the National Testing Agency.

Anime Fever Grips Mumbai's Cosplayers!

Anime Fever Grips Mumbai's Cosplayers!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Superheroes, gamers and sci-fi icons all had their moment but it was Anime that truly took over.

Abhay Rana, Wanted For Extortion, Extradited From Portugal

Abhay Rana, Wanted For Extortion, Extradited From Portugal

Rediff.com4 days ago

The CBI coordinated the extradition of Abhay Rana, wanted by Haryana Police for extortion, criminal intimidation, and attempt to murder, from Portugal.

Bajaj Auto gears up for festival season with new Pulsar models

Bajaj Auto gears up for festival season with new Pulsar models

Rediff.com5 days ago

Bajaj Auto is set to launch new Pulsar motorcycles in the 125cc and 150-250cc segments in Q2 FY27, aiming to capitalise on the upcoming festival season surge. This move follows strong growth in the 150cc-plus segment, where refreshed Pulsar models already account for over 50 per cent of Bajaj's sales.

Gurugram Real Estate Firm Owner Arrested In Land Scam

Gurugram Real Estate Firm Owner Arrested In Land Scam

Rediff.com3 days ago

Gurugram Police have arrested a 50-year-old owner of a real estate firm for allegedly duping people of crores by promising land agreements.

Youth Stabbed By Co-Worker After Dispute In Delhi

Youth Stabbed By Co-Worker After Dispute In Delhi

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 22-year-old youth was stabbed allegedly by his co-worker following a dispute in northeast Delhi's Harsh Vihar area, police said on Thursday. The incident took place on Wednesday evening near a paint factory in Pratap Nagar. The reasons behind the attack are yet to be ascertained, they said.

Man Killed In Delhi's Shastri Park Over Alleged Enmity

Man Killed In Delhi's Shastri Park Over Alleged Enmity

Rediff.com6 days ago

A 50-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's Shastri Park area on Thursday over an alleged old enmity. Police have arrested the accused, identified as Mohsin.

Student Protests After Kerala Boy Allegedly Dies By Suicide

Student Protests After Kerala Boy Allegedly Dies By Suicide

Rediff.com5 days ago

Student organisations in Malappuram, Kerala, staged protest marches to a school in Perinthalmanna following the alleged suicide of a 14-year-old boy. The boy's father alleges that teachers at the school mentally harassed him over his academic performance, leading to the tragic incident. School authorities deny the allegations.

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

IPL 2026's Ruthless Lesson: Complacency Is Fatal

Rediff.com2 days ago

Every team circles its opponent like a hawk, waiting to expose the slightest weakness.